The Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science program consists of two years of pre-professional courses and two years of professional courses. The program fulfills the requirements for clinical laboratory science education of the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences. Upon completion of this program, the student receives a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science degree and is eligible to take a national certification examination in Medical Laboratory Science.  Granting of the Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science degree IS NOT contingent up the student's passing any type of external certification or licensure examination.

This program is accredited by:

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
5600 N. River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018
Phone: 773-714-8880 Fax: 773-714-8886
Email: info@naacls.org
Website: www.naacls.org

The work of the medical laboratory scientist involves performing a vast array of laboratory tests to provide accurate diagnostic information to the physician and the health care team.  The medical laboratory scientist operates sophisticated laboratory instrumentation, evaluates and utilizes the best possible testing methods, and effectively teaches and supervises students and laboratory personnel. While the majority of medical laboratory scientists work in hospitals or other clinical laboratories, graduates are also prepared for positions in federal, state and local public health departments, in industrial or research laboratories and in medical laboratory science education.

The Medical Laboratory Science program utilizes the facilities of the Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, the faculty of the Department of Applied Health Sciences, and the laboratories and pathology departments of clinical affiliates. This program includes clinical experiential coursework for all students who meet or exceed grade requirements.

Admission

Admission to the professional program requires completion of the pre-professional course requirements and satisfaction of specific admission requirements listed below. The application deadline for matriculation into the professional program is May 1 of each year for the subsequent Fall semester.

Since applicants who are admitted will eventually be working as members of a health care team, the admissions committee evaluates candidates based on their personal qualities as well as their academic achievement. Therefore, throughout the interview and the completion of other application requirements,  criteria such as an applicant's maturity, motivation, knowledge of the profession, interpersonal skills, personal integrity, and empathy for others are evaluated.

Admission Requirements

The student wishing to apply to the professional program must meet the following admission requirements:

1. Cumulative grade point averages by the end of the second semester of the year preceding admission to the professional program of
   1. overall grade point average of 2.7 or above in pre-professional courses
   2. grade point average of 2.7 or above in all science and mathematics prerequisite courses
   3. no grade lower than 'C' in any pre-requisite course.
2. No more than two repeats or withdrawals (marks of ‘W’ ) in science courses preferred. (If all courses are withdrawn in a single semester, it counts as one ‘W.’)
3. Completion of all pre-professional courses (or their equivalents) by the end of the Spring/Summer semester prior to beginning the professional program (up to two general education courses can remain to be completed within the first professional year after admission).  
4. Completion of the professional program application form and associated requirements and submission of official transcripts to:
   
   Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
   Office of Student Affairs
   259 Mack Avenue, Suite 1600
   Detroit, MI 48201

APPLICATION DEADLINE: The deadline for applications is May 1. Prospective students are urged to submit applications as early as possible. Specific directions for submitting application materials are indicated on the website.

APPLICATION REVIEW: All applications will be reviewed for completeness. The Admissions Committee will interview qualified applicants with completed applications submitted by the deadline date. A number of criteria will be evaluated, including academic achievement and personal qualities. Upon completion of all admission interviews, applicants will be notified of the final admission decision. This typically occurs in June of each year.

All requests for additional information should be addressed to the Department of Applied Health Sciences, Medical Laboratory Science Program, Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

Prerequisite Coursework

Math and science prerequisites effective for the 2022 admission cycle:

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General Chemistry I and General Chemistry I Lab were formerly numbered CHM 1220 and CHM 1230.

Pre-professional Curriculum

There are three components of coursework that must be completed prior to beginning the Medical Laboratory Science program: (1) math and science prerequisite requirements; (2) non-science prerequisite requirements; and (3) University General Education requirements. The following requirements are listed by their Wayne State University title and course number. For comparable courses at other colleges, students should consult the Office of Transfer Credit. 

All pre-professional coursework must be completed with a grade of 'C' or better.  

Math and science prerequisite coursework must be completed within six years prior to admission to the professional program. Exceptions to this policy may be made on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the program faculty. Documentation of competency must be provided by the applicant requesting the exception

Clinical Experience

(Second Semester/Senior Year):

Courses are completed at a clinical laboratory affiliated with the Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.